章 1023: Times like this, I Wish You Were Here, Grandpa

"Is what you say true, Old Man Zeph?" a sickly old man asked as he leaned on his chair. "My sons did that?"

Zeph sighed before nodding his head. "It is true, My Lord. Young Master Walric and Young Master Orryn offended someone that they shouldn't offend no matter what."

Kira's grandfather had a serious expression on his face as he gazed at his Liege, whom he had sworn loyalty to for the past few decades. 

As soon as William left the City of Altan, Zeph immediately contacted his Lord through a communication crystal to tell him of William's impending arrival, as well as what had happened in his territory.

"My Lord, I'm afraid that the balance of power in the desert has tilted," Zeph said with a sigh. "The best we can do is support Lord Raymond, and ensure that the two other Major Clans will not use this opportunity to divide the Fortaare Desert between the two of them."